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Serhiy Kyslyi: an author who opens new horizons of Ukrainian queer literature

, 13:16, 04.05.2025
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Odessa writer Serhiy Kyslyi and his gay novel Just Be With Me: about love, betrayal, sports, and crime. Where to buy the book and how to support the author.

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books
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Ukrainian author Serhiy Kislyi — Odessa artist and writer, who boldly declared himself in the world of Ukrainian literature. His novel "Ты просто будь со мной" (Ukrainian: "Ти просто будь зі мною").

This is actually a deep story about love, betrayal, tenderness, and inner strength, set against the backdrop of the sports and criminal world.

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

"This is a book about love, which raises questions about homophobia. Which, unfortunately, is relevant in our time and in our country. This is a story about big money, a detective story, about love and even crime," the author of the novel, Serhiy Kisly, says about his book.

What you should know about the book "Just Be With Me"

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

Novel, from the publisher Astroprint "Just be with me" — this is a gay novel that the author created over several years, rewriting it from scratch to achieve maximum sincerity and depth.. The work intertwines themes of sport, crime, tenderness, and betrayal, revealing many revelations to the reader.. 

The book was published shortly before the start of the war and initially received positive reviews, but with the start of the full-scale invasion, its sales unfortunately fell significantly, and the author himself was engaged in volunteer work.

Podcast with the author of the novel "Just Be With Me"

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

In November 2021, Serhiy Kyslyi gave an interview to Gpress.info, where he talked about the creation of the book and his plans for the future. The podcast is available for listening at SoundCloud via this link.

The story begins with the fact that one very rich man is selling his business. He and his business partner have disagreements, and to protect his family, he moves them out of town to a small provincial town. He buys a house for his family, and across the street from this house, a boy lives in the neighborhood, who suddenly meets the son of a rich businessman. One of them has known for a long time that he is gay, and the other likes boys, but he still cannot admit it to himself.

The importance of queer literature

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

Queer literature in Ukraine is gradually gaining popularity, but still faces many challenges, as do the authors of such works themselves. Works that openly talk about the LGBTQ+ experience help broaden the horizons of readers and contribute to greater acceptance and understanding of diversity in society.

"I've been writing for a long time and wanted to write such a book about problems in society. To show it from the inside, not the way they see it. And what really happens between loving people, what they experience, what mental problems arise," says Serhiy Kislyi.

Where to buy the book "Just Be With Me"

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

There are currently a limited number of copies of the books left. Therefore, it is important to support the author to ensure the reprinting of the book and its translation into Ukrainian.

Serhiy Kyslyi is not only a talented writer, but also a person who inspires others with his sincerity and openness. Supporting his work is a step towards a more tolerant and diverse society.

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

If you are interested in supporting Serhiy Kisly or want to learn more about his work, we recommend contacting him directly or through the platforms where his book is available.. For example, by ordering a signed copy via the author's official Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kisslyy.top/ 

Serhiy Kislyi: an author who opens new horizons of queer books

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